Uganda Museum
Old Kira Road, Kitante, Kampala
Opened in 1908, Uganda Museum is among the oldest museums in East Africa. Its five galleries provide an overview of the region’s rich history, from the prehistoric age to the present. Highlights include its collection of folk instruments, its Idi Amin exhibition, and the outdoor village that showcases traditional architecture from across the country.
As one of Kampala’s stand-out tourist attractions, Uganda Museum features on most city sightseeing tours, along with other must-see sights such as Makerere University, Kabaka's Palace, and the Baha'i Temple. City tours typically include transfer by boda boda (motorbike taxi) or private vehicle, although walking tours are also available for a more intimate glimpse of the museum and its surroundings. Multi-day packages often include a Kampala city tour as part of a Uganda-wide itinerary.
- Only the downstairs section of Uganda Museum is accessible for wheelchair users and there are no disabled bathroom facilities on site.
- Unless your tour includes admission, there is a charge to enter the museum.
- There is a small craft shop outside the museum.
Uganda Museum is located around an hour’s walk from central Kampala, just off Kira Road. Save yourself the time and hassle by catching a bus, taxi, or boda boda directly there, or take advantage of tours that include round-trip transportation. There is a parking lot on site.
The museum opens daily and offers free entry on International Museum Day. As it’s quite a distance from the city center, walkers should visit on a sunny day to avoid getting caught in one of Kampala’s famous thunderstorms.
For a different impression of Uganda’s history, head south of the city to Ssemagulu Royal Museum in Mutundwe. This community museum specializes in providing immersive insight into the history of the Buganda Kingdom through art and imagination, making it a great option for families in the city.
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